629 Barretto Street, Bronx, NY 10474

629 Barretto Street, a three-story, three-unit Class A apartment building constructed in 2004 and owned by Leah Weinberger, has experienced several maintenance issues over recent years, with particular clusters of problems in 2023. Most notably, between July and September 2023, there were multiple simultaneous complaints about various building systems, including water leaks (both heavy flow and slow), electrical issues (lighting and outlets), plumbing problems, and paint/plaster defects affecting both walls and ceilings. A significant building-wide heating system issue was reported in December 2021, along with radiator problems, and there were concerning boiler-related violations issued in October 2021 that remain active as of October 2023, specifically regarding low water cutoff systems and other maintenance requirements with associated penalties.

The building has also faced challenges with pest management, including a rat sighting in September 2022 and a bedbug infestation violation in October 2021, though recent records (2022-2024) show no reported bedbug cases or current rodent violations, with the most recent rodent inspection in April 2025 passing successfully. The property has undergone various repairs and inspections over the years, with many complaints being addressed and closed without violations being issued. Notable improvements include the correction of multiple issues documented in September 2023, with no violations found during HPD inspections.

The building has consistently filed annual bedbug reports showing zero infestation counts since 2021. While there were several violations relating to building maintenance in 2021, including issues with floor tiles, wooden floors, and ceramic tiles in the first-floor apartment, most have been resolved, with the exception of certain active boiler violations. The building's maintenance history shows regular inspections and follow-ups, with most issues being resolved through proper channels, though some persistent problems like the boiler violations and historical pest control challenges are worth noting.